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Posted by: rick_cv Jun 5 2022, 06:06 PM

Sold my last 914 about 8 years ago and got into hot rods for a bit. I have always been an air-cooled guy so excited about getting back into it with a new project. Found on craigslist in the auto parts section. Was really surprised the previous owner thought it was too far gone and was going to part it out. I asked for the whole car and brought it home about a month ago. Only part sold off it before my purchase was the console. Didn't come with an engine or trans but have found those locally. Still need a couple parts but they can wait until I finish the rust repair. It did come with a couple hundred dollars in sheet metal though.

Posted by: rick_cv Jun 5 2022, 06:09 PM

Front and rear trunks look great. Needs hell hole repair. It looks like someone started to repair it and got over their head and didn't know how to finish.

Posted by: Freezin 914 Jun 5 2022, 06:41 PM

Cool! Looking forward to watching this build…

Posted by: GASHOLES GARAGE Jun 5 2022, 06:42 PM

Looks to be in good shape.

Posted by: Van B Jun 5 2022, 06:44 PM

Everyone is a fabrication expert until it's time to light the torch lol! You certainly saved that car's life!

Posted by: KELTY360 Jun 5 2022, 07:01 PM

Nice rescue! Is that a fat fendered Ford next to it in the garage? Where are you in the PNW?

Posted by: rick_cv Jun 5 2022, 07:04 PM

Yes. Finishing up my current project. 41 Ford with a 4 inch chop. I am in Beaverton.

Posted by: KELTY360 Jun 5 2022, 07:10 PM

Sweet? Not to hijack, but I have to ask; is it Ford powered?

Posted by: rick_cv Jun 5 2022, 07:43 PM

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Sweet? Not to hijack, but I have to ask; is it Ford powered?
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Sadly no. Ford makes it difficult with the oil pickup and sump in the front especially when you section the front cross member like I did. That is why everyone puts Chevys in their cars.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 8 2022, 06:41 AM

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Sweet? Not to hijack, but I have to ask; is it Ford powered?
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Sadly no. Ford makes it difficult with the oil pickup and sump in the front especially when you section the front cross member like I did. That is why everyone puts Chevys in their cars.
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Put a flathead in it. It is the right thing to do.........

Posted by: KELTY360 Jun 8 2022, 09:12 AM

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[quote name='rick_cv' date='Jun 5 2022, 08:43 PM' post='3006737']
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Sweet? Not to hijack, but I have to ask; is it Ford powered?
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Sadly no. Ford makes it difficult with the oil pickup and sump in the front especially when you section the front cross member like I did. That is why everyone puts Chevys in their cars.
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Put a flathead in it. It is the right thing to do.........
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Flatties Rule!